Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj
Overview
Every Sunday, Hasan Minhaj delivers a sharp and insightful take on current events, politics, and cultural phenomena in his acclaimed comedy series, Patriot Act. With a blend of humor and intelligence, Minhaj tackles complex issues, making them accessible and engaging for viewers. His distinctive storytelling style invites audiences to think critically about the world around them while encouraging meaningful conversations. With each episode, he proves that comedy can be a powerful tool for understanding and addressing the intricacies of today’s global landscape.
Episodes
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1
Affirmative Action
Hasan explains how a legal challenge from Asian American students against Harvard might dismantle affirmative action policies, highlighting the role o...
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2
Saudi Arabia
Following the tragic death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Hasan uncovers unsettling realities about Saudi Arabia and its captivating crown prince, oft...
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3
Amazon
Hasan steps back from his Amazon obsession to examine the aggressive strategies the company implemented to rise to the top as the biggest online retai...
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4
Oil
Title: Oil Plot: An extensive yet largely overlooked oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico leads Hasan to investigate the far-reaching impacts of increasin...
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5
Supreme
Hasan delves into the financial aspects and longevity of trendiness as he focuses on the streetwear label Supreme, known for selling not just apparel ...
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6
Immigration Enforcement
Hasan delves into the topic of immigration in the United States, exploring the complexities behind discouraging policies and examining the underlying ...
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7
Content Moderation and Free Speech
Title: Free Speech vs. Content Control Plot: In the season finale, Hasan uncovers the tactics used by major social media platforms as they expand glo...
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Censorship in China
Following his remarks on the controversy surrounding Saudi Arabia, Hasan shifts his focus to the issue of censorship in China, shedding light on the r...
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2
Drug Pricing
Hasan delves into the key figures in the American pharmaceutical sector, exploring the troubling trend of escalating costs for essential medications, ...
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3
Student Loans
Amidst the overwhelming burden of student loan debt faced by countless Americans, Hasan investigates the careless and deceitful tactics employed by lo...
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4
Civil Rights Under Trump
Two years into the Trump presidency, Hasan draws attention to the subtle yet methodical erosion of civil rights by government officials.
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5
Hip-hop and Streaming
Hip-hop has firmly established itself in America, but with the rise of streaming platforms, the genre has evolved into a powerful political movement o...
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6
Indian Elections
Title: Indian Elections Plot: As the citizens of India prepare to cast their votes in the national elections, Hasan sheds light on the significance ...
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Brazil, Corruption and the Rainforest
Hasan highlights the emerging dangers facing the Amazon rainforest and the indigenous communities in Brazil, shedding light on their precarious situat...
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2
The NRA's Global Impact
Title: The NRA's Worldwide Influence Plot: While the NRA is primarily recognized for its activities within the United States, Hasan investigates how ...
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3
Cricket Corruption
Originally a means of British colonialism, cricket has evolved into India's premier sport. However, the game's worldwide expansion is now jeopardized ...
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4
Indian Elections Update and the 1MDB Scandal
Hasan talks about the recent election outcomes in India, then shares the shocking tale of a massive scandal worth billions of dollars that involves Go...
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5
Protests in Sudan
Title: Uprisings in Sudan Plot: Following the coup in April 2019, pro-democracy activists in Sudan have encountered brutal repression from a military...
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6
Why Your Internet Sucks
With countless Americans still without internet access, Hasan explores the shortcomings of both government and service providers in addressing this is...
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The Dark Side of the Video Game Industry
Title: The Hidden Truths of the Gaming World Plot: The gaming industry has reached unprecedented heights, yet the creators behind the scenes frequent...
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2
Fentanyl
With the rise of fentanyl overdoses reaching alarming levels, Hasan investigates the roots of this synthetic opioid and explores how pharmaceutical co...
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3
Why Your Public Transportation Sucks
Hasan investigates the ways in which the U.S. government, alongside the Koch brothers, is undermining efforts to rejuvenate and enhance public transpo...
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4
The Real Cost of Cruises
Cruise companies advertise exciting and affordable getaways, but Hasan uncovers that leading operators are taking advantage of lax regulations concern...
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5
The Two Sides of Canada
Title: The Dual Faces of Canada Plot: As Canada approaches its election, Hasan engages in a conversation with Justin Trudeau, examining the prime min...
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6
The Broken Policing System
Five years following a series of three notorious police killings, Hasan examines the cultural and systemic factors that allow officers to evade respon...
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Mental Health
Hasan discusses the widespread issue of mental illness, highlighting that many individuals struggle without access to proper healthcare. Even those wh...
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2
Trump's Worst Policy: Killing Asylum
Title: Trump’s Detrimental Approach: Targeting Asylum Seekers Plot: Hasan delves into Trump's stance on asylum applicants, shedding light on the co...
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3
The Ugly Truth of Fast Fashion
Hasan discusses the negative impact of fast fashion brands such as Zara and H&M on the planet, emphasizing how the purchase of excessive clothing cont...
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4
Why Billionaires Won't Save Us
Hasan examines the ways in which billionaires leverage philanthropy to boost their wealth, sway public policy, and divert attention from their questio...
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5
Don't Ignore the Asian Vote in 2020
Hasan engages in a conversation with Andrew Yang and Cory Booker to explore strategies for candidates to connect with the rapidly expanding Asian Amer...
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6
Why We Can't Retire
Hasan teams up with Senator Bernie Sanders to explore the financial strain faced by younger generations who are responsible for both their aging paren...
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7
How America Is Causing Global Obesity
Hasan discusses the role of U.S. policies and corporations in promoting obesity and health issues globally, highlighting their impact on public health...
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1
What Happens If You Can't Pay Rent?
With countless Americans facing challenges in affording their rent amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Hasan examines the potential for a looming eviction cri...
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2
The Legal Marijuana Industry Is Rigged
Title: The Cannabis Market is Unfairly Structured Plot: Hasan delves into the thriving marijuana sector, uncovering how affluent white entrepreneurs ...
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3
How Coronavirus Broke America
Title: How the Pandemic Fractured America Plot: As supply chains crumble, jeopardizing the safety of healthcare and food industry employees, Hasan ex...
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4
We Cannot Stay Silent About George Floyd
Hasan addresses the ongoing protests across America that have erupted in response to police violence.
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5
Why the News Industry Is Dying
Title: The Decline of Local Journalism Plot: In challenging times, community newspapers play a crucial role in keeping the public informed. However, ...
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6
Is College Still Worth It?
Title: Is Higher Education Still Valuable? Plot: With rising tuition fees and a shift towards corporate practices in higher education, Hasan finds hi...
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7
We're Doing Elections Wrong
Title: Rethinking Our Election System Plot: The current winner-takes-all electoral system in the United States fuels a polarized two-party framework ...
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8
Why Doing Taxes Is So Hard
Hasan reveals the tactics TurboTax employs to steer taxpayers away from its complimentary service towards a paid version, highlighting the reasons beh...
